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EPISODE 1| Dhruv Goel on Steel: Demand, Supply, Pricing and Opportunities in India!

0:00 Hook / Trailer 1:24 Introduction - Men of Steel Podcast 2:05 Steelmint's Origin Story 6:07 Services & Data Analytics 9:22 Future Plans & Index-Based Pricing 9:39 India's Steel Consumption & Demand 13:47 Steel Consumption Growth Projections 16:32 Top Steel Consuming States 18:35 Future Growth States - Andhra & Northeast 21:35 Steel Production - Global & India 24:55 Global Steel Trade & Import Challenges 28:43 Steel Pricing - Global Market Analysis 32:01 Indian Steel Price Correction 34:17 Price Outlook - November to March 37:05 Opportunities for Distributors & Dealers 39:17 Industry Challenges & Value Addition 41:21 Closing Remarks Welcome to Men of Steel, the podcast that empowers steel entrepreneurs across India! In this insightful episode, host Bhavin Bhuta sits down with Dhruv Goyal, CEO and Founder of BigMint Technologies (formerly Steelmint), to decode the Indian steel industry. From his journey starting as an iron ore trader in 2008 to building India's leading steel pricing and data platform, Dhruv shares invaluable insights on market trends, pricing dynamics, and the future of steel in India. Discover how India's per capita steel consumption has grown from 56 kg to 104 kg in just over a decade, and learn about the projected growth to 200 kg by 2033-34. This episode covers everything from demand patterns across infrastructure, construction, and manufacturing sectors to the challenges of7Y global trade, tariffs, and the impact of surplus capacity on pricing. Whether you're a manufacturer, trader, distributor, or steel entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with actionable intelligence. Dhruv breaks down state-wise consumption patterns, explains why Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and UP lead steel demand, and reveals emerging opportunities in states like Andhra Pradesh. Learn about the shift from commodity trading to value-added solutions, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and strategies to navigate the competitive landscape. From understanding price corrections to exploring forward integration opportunities, this episode equips you with the knowledge to thrive in India's dynamic steel market. Men of Steel Podcast is powered by Heena Steel by Bhavin Bhuta and produced by The Social Curve. Subscribe now and follow us on Instagram @menofsteelpodcast for more industry insights!